Stop Exporting to CapCut.
Auto Subtitles & Translate.
Generate viral word-by-word animated subtitles and auto-translate directly in the Edit page. Works natively with Fusion Text+ nodes.
Windows · Free & Studio · 100% Privacy-First (Offline)
How It Works
From install to viral captions in under 3 minutes.
Install the Script
Run the one-click installer. SmartSubs automatically sets up Python, Whisper, and all dependencies on your machine.
Pick Your Template
Choose word-by-word or sentence mode. Set your Fusion Text+ template — any font, color, animation you like.
Hit Generate
SmartSubs transcribes with Whisper AI, detects hook words with Gemini, and places every caption node on your timeline — synced to the frame.
Built for Creators.
Everything you need to edit faster, without leaving Resolve.
Whisper AI Transcription
99.9% accurate, 100% offline. No audio ever leaves your machine. Supports 90+ languages and auto-translates.
Gemini Hook Detection
Stop highlighting manually. Google Gemini reads your script and auto-emphasizes the high-impact words that stop the scroll.
Dual-Template System
One Text+ node for regular words, one for Hooks. Any font, any animation — SmartSubs drops them frame-perfect on the timeline.
Frame-Perfect Sync
Each word node is placed at the exact frame it's spoken. No manual tweaking needed — it just works.
Native Fusion Integration
Works entirely within DaVinci Resolve's Edit page. No third-party apps, no round-trips, no re-importing.
No Subscription. Ever.
Pay once, own it forever. Whisper runs locally — no cloud credits. Use Gemini's generous free tier for hooks.
Why Not Just Use CapCut?
Here's what you actually get with each option.
| Feature | SmartSubs Pro | CapCut | Native Resolve |
|---|---|---|---|
| Works inside DaVinci Resolve | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| Word-by-word animation | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Custom fonts & Fusion templates | ✓ | ✗ | Limited |
| AI hook word emphasis | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| 100% offline privacy | ✓ | ✗ | ✓ |
| No monthly fee | ✓ | Free plan (watermark) | ✓ |
| Works on Free Resolve | ✓ | N/A | Limited |
Creators Love It.
Real feedback from real editors.
"I was exporting to CapCut every single clip. Now I stay entirely inside Resolve. This plugin literally cut my editing time in half."
Marco R.
Content creator · Italy
"The Gemini hook detection is insane. It actually finds the words I would have highlighted manually. Feels like cheating."
Jake S.
Video editor · United States
"Finally, a subtitles plugin that respects my custom templates. I use my own Fusion animations and it just works. Perfect setup."
Lena K.
Freelance editor · Germany
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Built by an editor, for editors.
Hi, I'm Antonio Pennino. I built SmartSubs Pro because I was tired of spending $20/month on subscriptions for a simple task: word-by-word captions. I wanted a tool that respects my privacy, keeps me inside DaVinci Resolve, and costs as much as a dinner out.
Frequently Asked Questions
System Requirements
Own your workflow.
One-time payment. No SaaS subscriptions. Ever.
SmartSubs PRO
Price shown in USD · local currency shown at checkout
- Unlimited offline transcriptions
- Gemini AI Hook Detection
- Viral Word-by-Word & Standard modes
- Windows 10/11 · Free & Studio
- Free updates included
*Pays for itself in 3 hours of saved work compared to manual captioning.